End of Season Banquet

We will celebrate this wonderful team and coaches this Thursday 3/21 at Pierce’s Inn at 6pm. Address: 261 Dogfod Rd, Etna, NH. Players, parents and coaches If you haven’t selected your meal choice yet please do so today.

Important: Players please bring your washed uniform jerseys, pant shells, game socks and practice jerseys. You can give these to Emily or Katie.

Congratulations NH State Champions

In a close game yesterday at SNHU Arena Hanover took the victory 2-1. Trailing 1-0 going into the third, Hanover came out strong outshooting ORP 10-1. With about 5 minutes left a D to D pass, led to a slap shot with a beautiful goalie screen that went right through to the back of the net. This tied the game 1-1 and had the team and fans going crazy. With 46 seconds left an awesome rebound top shelf shot from out front was the championship game winner. Congratulations Hanover on a wonderful end to an awesome season!!

We look forward to celebrating this team and coaches on March 21st at Pierce’s Inn at the end of year banquet. More details to follow.

Off to the ‘Ship

Let’s go Hanover🥅🏒🎉

‘Twas the Night Before the Championship

‘Twas the night before the Championship,
The team had a chat
About what it would take,
To defeat the Oyster River Portsmouth Clipper Cats

Coach Dodds said to the girls…

The Clipper Cats are strong
They have earned state acclaim
So it will take all that we have
To win our last game

Time to “Do Simple Best”
the way we’ve done the whole year
Tomorrow will be a test
We need to kick-it into gear

We’ve had 19 league battles
With six tough ones out of state,
We stayed undefeated in NH
It’s an important team trait.

So WE must play strong team D,
And backcheck like crazy,
Work hard every shift,
And never be lazy.

But most important of all,
Play with passion and skill,
Make every shift count,
Exert your strong will.

So Coach Dodds called a break,
To tell them “The Story.”

Be focused and smart,
And never give up,
If you want victory tomorrow,
And a Championship Cup.

Do Simple Best Is the theme this year,
It will be our guide for the game,
And give us the strength
As we honor our name.

This family is ready,
To be at our best,
To add to the legacy,
With its own mark of success.

Now BRAGA, now FENG, now EDSON and GARDNER!

On LINDSAY, On KAUFFMAN, On MASLAND, On LAWE!

Now WILKINSON, now ROCKMORE,

To the ‘Ship SEELIG, BRADLEY, and LEE!

Finally the team’s hallowed stick banging cheer,
Rhythm mounting and steady,
Onward! To the ‘Ship Hanover
YES YOU ARE READY!

Hanover heads to the D1 Championship Game Tomorrow

Hanover will be heading to the NH Division 1 Championship game tomorrow, March 9th. They will be taking on Oyster River Portsmouth. The final game will be played at the SNHU Arena in Manchester, NH. Puck drop is at 10am. Tickets can be purchased on-line or at the door. Please note there is security at the door and no outside food, beverages or backpacks will be allowed in. Go Hanover!!

Hanover 6 – BG 0

Hanover had a very exciting win over Bishop Guertin last night in Concord! Six different skaters were able to find the back of the net. The team scored two goals in each period to take the victory. Strong defense and shut the door goaltending led to another shutout. Now they are on to the Championship game at SNHU Arena on Saturday. Go Hanover!!

https://www.vnews.com/hanover-defeats-bishop-guertin-in-girls-hockey-semifinal-54292397

Semi Finals Tomorrow

Hanover will travel down 89 tomorrow to take on Bishop Guertin at 7:30pm in Douglas Everett Arena. The address is 15 Loudon Rd, Concord, NH. The bus will leave the high school at 5pm. Players please be there at 4:45pm. Take a trip down south to cheer on the team. Let’s go Hanover!!

Hanover 3 – Lebanon 0

In front of a huge electric crowd last night Hanover beat Lebanon 3-0. In the first period Hanover opened the scoring with a play that started behind the net curling in front using a screen with a shot above the pad. Halfway through the second period after great hustle to keep the puck in the zone, Hanover cut in front of the net and went backhand over the goalie’s near pad. The players celebrated against the boards with the roaring crowd. In the third after killing off a five on three, Hanover netted their third goal to clinch the game. This was a short-handed goal that resulted from a takeaway and a quick shot that trickled in. Excellent goaltending resulted in another shutout. This was an exciting overall team win that sends them to the semifinals on Tuesday against Bishop Guertin in Concord. Great work Hanover! Good luck on Tuesday!

Quarterfinal Game Tomorrow

Hanover will take on Lebanon tomorrow at 6:40pm at Campion. Let’s pack the barn to support the team.

Rest up tonight players so you can be ready to Do Simple Best! Let’s go Hanover!

Per NHIAA regulations tickets are $6 for students/seniors(65 or older) and $8 for everyone else

Children under 5 are free

It’s Playoff Time

Hanover will take on Lebanon at Campion on Friday at 6:40pm in a NHIAA Quarterfinal game. Spread the word so we can fill the stands to cheer on the team. Good luck Hanover!

Weekly Schedule

Monday: Practice 7:50 – 8:50pm

Tuesday: Practice 4:40 – 6:10pm

Wednesday: Practice 5 – 6:30pm

Thursday: Morning practice 6-7am

Friday: Quarterfinal Game at Campion TBD

Hanover 8 -Bishop Brady Trinity 1

After a fun brunch earlier in the day Hanover played BBT last night and came away with a decisive win. Six different players scored and the goalies both made great saves to keep the visitors to one goal. It was a great team win to end the regular season. Now on to the playoffs!

Big Win and HHS Career 100th Goal Milestone

Last night at UNH’s Whittemore Ice Arena Hanover game away with a big win 10-1. About 8 minutes into the first period Hanover got on the board to start the scoring. Shortly after that Oyster River answered with their only goal of the night. Hanover responded quickly to go ahead and add one more to end the period 3-1. Hanover had a strong 2nd period adding five more goals. The first was Maeve Lee’s 100th career goal. Congratulations Maeve! The team added two more goals in the third to take the big win. Excellent goaltending held Oyster River to one throughout. It was an exciting team win!

Hanover 1- Woburn 1/ Away Game Today

On Tuesday the fast paced game in MA ended in a tie. Woburn started the scoring early in the first period taking the lead. Hanover had a strong second period with multiple chances but it remained 1-0. Towards the end of the third Hanover was able to tie it up to send the game into overtime. After a hard fought 4 on 4 OT it ended with a draw.

Today they will travel to the Whittemore Ice Center at UNH for the final away game of the regular season against rival Oyster River Portsmouth. Bus leaves the high school at 5:15. Good luck Hanover!

Away Game Today

After an amazing trip to TD Garden yesterday to watch an incredible game with a Bruins overtime win the team is on the road again today. Thank you Coaches for giving the players such an incredible experience they will never forget!

Today’s game is at the O’Brien Rink where they will take on Woburn at 6:10pm. The rink address is 55 Locust St, Woburn, MA.

Good luck Hanover! You are in the home stretch now.

Road trip to the Bruins

After a red carpet welcome early this morning the two Hanover teams and coaches played in a fun tournament. In the end the coaches came out victorious to take the cup and awesome hats made by Tucker. Now they are off for a fun filled day at the TD Garden. Go Bruins! Have fun Hanover!

Schedule for the Week

Monday: Team trip to the Bruins! Tournament with boys and coaches at 6am.

Bus departs for Boston at 9am.

Tuesday: Away Game against Woburn at O’Brien Rink 6:10pm. Bus departs HHS at 2:45 pm

Rink address: 55 Locust St. #3 Woburn, MA

Wednesday: Practice 12:40- 2:10pm

Thursday: Away Game against Oyster River at Whittemore Ice Center. Bus leaves HHS 5:15 pm

Rink address: 128 Main St. Durham, NH

Friday: Practice 7:30 – 8:30pm

Saturday: Team Brunch at the Lawe’s 11 am. 4 Saddle Run Rd, Etna, NH. Thank you Lawe’s!

Final regular season home game against Bishop Brady-Trinity-Londonderry 6:30pm

Senior Night Win

Hanover had a big win over their rival Bishop Guertin last night 6-0. The team came out strong and were able to score two goals in each period to take the win. It was an exciting shut-out win on Senior night! This was followed by a wonderful celebration of our seniors enjoyed by all. Thank you to all that helped make this happen!

Below are some of the pictures Paul Stinson captured:

Senior Night Game Tomorrow

Let’s pack the barn tomorrow for a senior night celebration! Game time is 7pm against Bishop Guertin. Come on out to celebrate these awesome seniors that have contributed so much to this team. After they take their lap around the rink there will be pizza and cake to honor them. See you at the rink! Go Hanover!

Senior Spotlight Maeve Lee

                Maeve Lee #4

Off ice hobbies: lacrosse, hiking, braiding my hair and hanging out with my dogs

Fun Fact: I lifeguard for Tucker

Favorite HHS hockey memory: Winning the State Championship my sophomore year, and playing with my sister in the alumni games.

What I will miss most about HHS hockey: My teammates and best friends, the coaches, the team culture, the fun, everything.

What coaches have to say:

Cheerful, hard working, passionate and positive all describe #4. She has been a wonderful Captain, leading by example on and off the ice. She has terrific hockey sense, reads the ice well – moving the puck to open teammates, changing the point of attack, forcing opponents to make mistakes and raising the level of play of those around her.

Maeve plays the game hard at both ends of the ice. As a center, she plays an important role in our D Zone coverage and has improved in this role each year. There are not many goals scored against Hanover when Maeve is on the ice.

Opponents would agree that Maeve has a more noticeable presence in the offensive zone. Especially on the scoresheet. She is a gifted puck handler with high level skating and shooting skills. She plays with composure and is a relentless competitor who finds ways to be involved with an impressive amount of Hanover goals. Middlebury would be wise to give her a shot next winter!

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Maeve is a kind-hearted, sweet, humble person but a fierce competitor on the ice! She is a smooth skater with quick hands and always finds a way to put the puck in the net. She has a way of bringing up the level of play of her teammates and always brings positive energy/leadership to the locker room :)

What the players have to say:

My literal favorite person 😻😻 she’s too good at hockey 😦 — especially center in particular! She gets so low during faceoffs and she looks so so cool.

Maeve is a wonderful teammate on and off the ice. She works hard on the ice and always makes sure to encourage her teammates. Overall she is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met!

Maeve is such an incredible person and hockey player it’s hard to believe. I’ve had so much fun playing with her these past few years and just being her teammate. On the ice she’s unstoppable and always loud and supportive of the whole the team and so much fun to be around when we’re not playing. I’ll miss her but am so excited for her to be just as amazing at Middlebury!

Even though I’ve only known Maeve for a few years, it’s felt like forever. Whenever I’m with her she’s always smiling and has the best attitude. She is such an amazing friend, teammate, and most of all, a great captain. Her on ice skills are so strong and I am always inspired by her when she’s on the ice. She always works her hardest, and has a hockey sense like no other. I always look up to her, and I can’t imagine next year when she won’t be around. Maeve, I wish you the best at Middlebury and I know good things will come your way!! Love you tons.

Maeve is an absolute speed demon who makes playing hockey so fun for everyone on the ice. Maeve brings the energy of the team up not just through cheering and pre period speeches, but through her actions on the ice. She is an amazing player who improves those around her by giving 100% at all times. I’m so glad I got to spend as many years as I did with her because she has made me realize what a true team player means. Thank you for being such a great leader!

Maeve is an amazing athlete and person and I have never met someone that had anything negative to say about her. She is kind to everyone and very welcoming and supportive. She is also an incredibly talented athlete who manages to both have individual success and lift up the team as a whole. She is a true leader on and off the ice and is deserving of all her accolades and way more!

You are the best captain! Always staying task but having lots of fun! You are amazing at hockey! I hope I’m as good as you one day! Have a good time at school and good luck with lacrosse. I love you!

Maeve is undoubtedly the sweetest person I’ve ever met! She is always so kind, so humble and such an amazing captain. She gives the best post goal hugs and her competitive spirit fuels our team to victory! Her hockey skills are INSANE and I always want to be on the ice with her!

Maeve is an extremely consistent player who our team can truly count on and a difference maker on the ice. Whether it’s on the ice, on the bench, or in the locker room, Maeve has an energetic, positive attitude that uplifts her teammates. I’m so lucky to have played with such an amazing person and player. We love you Maeve!

Maeve is a really sweet person and always gives me rides when I need them. She’s fast, plays with her head up and has great hockey sense.

Maeve is such a leader on the ice. I love watching her weave through literally everyone as she stick handles to the middle of the ice. It’s so fun watching her shoot because she’s so good at it. I have so much fun when I do get to play with Maeve because she’s so good.

Senior Spotlight Rory Seelig

             RORY SEELIG #12

Off ice hobbies: Hanging out with my friends

Fun Fact: I got into Northwood ( a really good prep school for hockey )

Favorite HHS hockey moment: Being able to skate again and making memorable connections with my teammates.

What I will miss most about HHS hockey: My teammates, car rides with my sister and sleeping on the way to morning practice!

What Coaches have to say:

When I think of Rory the first thoughts that come to mind are about her genuine passion for hockey and just how determined she is when she plays the game. Rory is kind, empathetic and sincere. She loves the game and I think it will be part of her life for many years to come.

On the ice she is a fierce competitor and has grown into a real leader, helping to establish our team’s identity and making a difference. Rory is an excellent skater and is blessed with high level speed and acceleration skill which she uses to gain separation and create time and space when she has the puck on her stick. Her speed and quick shot release make her a threat to score whenever she is on the ice.

It has been fun to watch #12 grow and compete these past few years. She has been one of our biggest offensive contributors and I am really excited to see what Rory can do as State Tournament time approaches. It will be sad to see our seniors skate around Campion one last time – they will both be missed by everyone in the Hanover Hockey family!

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Rory is a competitive player with an offensive mindset. She loves scoring goals and contributing to the team’s success. Off the ice, she is supportive and always there to make those around her smile.

What the players have to say:

Ror-dawg drives me to get food all the time and it’s really fun bc she’s so funny! Have a bear w me 🐻🐻 She’s so good at hockey every time she’s on the ice she flies all over the ice on the forecheck and backcheck.

Rory never fails to make us laugh! Her feisty attitude on the ice definitely translates to the locker room. She is one of my favorite people and she has a lot of passion for this sport and her teammates!

Rory is such an amazing asset to this team. She’s so fast and always beats the other team to the puck. More than that, she’s a great and positive presence in the locker room and makes us all smile with her great sense of humor. I can’t believe she won’t be here next year but I hope she has such an awesome time after high school!

Whenever I’m in need of advice, someone to pass with, or a starbucks run, I’ll always go to Rory. She’s such a good friend/teammate and pushes herself every practice. She has an incredible shot, and skates her hardest to every puck. I will miss her so much next year!!

Rory has overcome so much through her years on the team and this year she has really stepped into the senior role. She has so much fun energy in the locker room and on the ice making playing hockey so awesome. She also is an example on the ice with her wrecking ball style play and competitive attitude. I’m going to miss her contagious smile and inside jokes, you’re so awesome battle beater!

Rory is an amazing hockey player and has developed so much as a teammate. She is kind and funny and can always make her teammates laugh. On the ice she is dedicated and so so talented! She is so fun to watch play and such a great team player.

You are so lovable and fun! I love how you throw sour patch kids at me. You are so funny and so good at hockey. I hope you have a good time at school! I love you!

Rory is such an amazing teammate and friend! She’s always there for you whether you need a laugh or a shoulder to lean on. On the ice Rory is a BEAST. She is so speedy and her skating skills are unparalleled. I’m so grateful I’ve gotten to play with Rory for the past couple seasons!

I’m so happy I got closer with Rory this year! She truly brings the energy to our team and her humor makes it fun for everyone! I respect Rory’s work ethic as she always tries her hardest and pushes others to do the same. We love you and will miss you Rory! Have a bear and take some elevators for us!!

Rory is a kind person who gives her all in practice and in games. She’s a speedy player with amazing stick handling and deeking skills.

I have been playing with Rory for forever, and am going to miss her so so much. She is hilarious, kind, and hard working. She makes me laugh every day. She is a beast on the ice and so speedy. I know she will do amazing in the future!

Hanover 9 – Bedford 0

Hanover had a big win over the Bedford Bulldogs on Saturday at St. Anselm. Eight different players had goals including one from a goalie skating out for the first time. Way to go Eleanor! JJ had another shutout. It was a great team win with everyone contributing! Next up is a home game against Bishop Guertin on Saturday which will also be our senior night celebration. Come on out to celebrate our awesome seniors!

Schedule for the week:

Monday: Practice 6:40 – 7:40 pm

Tuesday: Morning practice 5:30- 7am

Wednesday: Practice 2:30- 3:30pm

Thursday: Morning practice 5:30- 7am

Friday: Practice 8:40 – 10:10pm

Saturday: Team Brunch 11am at the Lee’s 10 Spencer Rd. Hanover

Home Game against BG 7pm * Senior Night Celebration *

Sunday: OFF

Monday 1/19: Team trip to the Bruins Game!

Upcoming Event:

End of Year Banquet: Thursday March 21st – Pierce’s Inn – More details to follow

Good Luck this week Hanover! 

Schedule Changes Next Week

The schedule needed to be adjusted to allow teams to play make up games this week. The changes are below:

Monday – Practice 6:40 – 7:40pm with U14’s

Tuesday : Morning practice 5:30 am – 7am

Wednesday : Practice 2:30 – 3:30 pm

Away Game Tomorrow

The team will travel to St. Anselm tomorrow to play Bedford at 11 am. Bus leaves HHS at 8:30am.

Sullivan Arena -100 St. Anselm Dr. Manchester, NH

Big Win and 100 Point HHS Career Milestone

In front of a large crowd in Notre Dame Arena yesterday Hanover beat Berlin 4-0. The first goal, a quick shot that hit the goalie and popped over her head, was Nora Bradley’s 100th career point. Congratulations Nora! Hanover scored once more in the first. The third goal came in the second period off a deke and a backhand. The final goal was off a shot that hit the pipe and went in. Most of the action was in the offensive zone but perfect goaltending kept the puck out of our net for another shutout. It was a great overall team win on the road!

Next up the team is on the road again Saturday to play Bedford at 11am.

Away Game Tomorrow

The team had a very successful bake sale today. Thank you to all of the bakers and volunteers! 

Weekly Schedule:

Monday: Away game vs Berlin at Notre Dame Arena. Bus leaves HHS at 12 noon. 

Address: 15 Hillside Ave Berlin, NH

Tuesday: Morning practice 5:30 – 7am

Wednesday: Morning practice 5:30 – 7am

Thursday: Morning practice 5:30 – 7am

Friday: Practice 7:30 – 8:30 pm

Saturday: Away game at Bedford 11 am. Bus leaves HHS at 8:30 am

Sullivan Arena / St. Alselm College 100 St. Alselm Dr. Manchester, NH

Hanover 4 – Concord 0

The team had a big win over Concord last night. Hanover with a short bench took the lead in the first period 1-0. The score remained that way until the third. In the third they were able to add three more to take it 4-0. Excellent goaltending led to a shut out.

Home Game Today 6:40pm

Hanover will take on Concord tonight at 6:40pm. Come on out to Campion to cheer the on!

Below are some Paul Stinson photos from the Lebanon game:

Hanover 3 – Lebanon 1

In front of a large crowd including Lebanon’s Pep band on Tuesday, Hanover and Lebanon battled in a close game.  After a scoreless first period Hanover started the second with a quick backhand goal. That was followed shortly by a defensive shot that was tipped in. Later in the period the third goal was a top shelf shot. In the third, Lebanon was able to get one off a breakaway, but Hanover held on for the win. Always a fun game to watch when these rivals and former teammates play each other.

Upcoming events:

Friday 2/2 – Team dinner at the Lee’s 10 Spencer Rd Hanover at 5:30pm

Sunday 2/4 – Team Bake Sale at the Hanover Coop 10am – 1pm

Senior Night – 2/17 at 7pm

Banquet – Please mark your calendars for March 21st for end of season banquet. Details to follow.

Game Tomorrow

Hanover will play Lebanon tomorrow at 5:50 pm at Campion. Word is that Lebanon will be bringing their pep band so spread the word. Let’s pack the barn to cheer on the team!